Triangles in Soccer
The modern game or the game of possession is played with all the players on the move. In order to complete passes and not play kick and run soccer, players must form triangles on the field. If the players are standing in a straight line with their opponents it’s very difficult to pass the ball. The triangle allows a team to move the ball while maintaining possession.
Watch for triangles from the sideline. Triangles appear and disappear constantly during a game. They can be big, small, and different shapes. When you see a team using triangles on the field it’s a sign of good teamwork.
Give and Go
One of the most important plays in soccer is the give and go. This is also called a ‘wall pass’ or a ‘one-two’ pass.
1. As the player dribbling the ball approaches a defender a teammate is positioned beside the defender making a triangle.
2. The player with the ball passes to the teammate.
3. The player who passed the ball runs behind the defender to again receive the ball and move up the field.
